The Heroes of the Massacre River

The Heroes of the Massacre River

2025
1h 30m
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Documentary History

"Anpil men chay pa lou."

Overview

The Heroes of the Massacre River is a powerful documentary that chronicles the stories of the pioneers behind the construction of the historic Canal of Ouanaminthe, a project that united Haitians across the nation and the diaspora. This film celebrates the groundbreaking efforts of key figures, centering on Dr. Bertrhude Albert, Dr. Naismy-Mary Fleurant, architect Wideline Pierre, economist Etzer Emile as well as dedicated canal workers Milourie Sylfrard, Theodore Johnson and Joseph Pressoir — all guided by the investigative journey of Max Angie Clervil. It also serves as a commentary on the complexity of colonialism and borders, tracing the role that the Massacre River continues to play in the history of Ayiti.

Status: Released

Budget: $15,000

Language: HT

Production Information

Production Companies
Faces of Haiti BOYO Films
Production Countries
Haiti
Spoken Languages
English Haitian; Haitian Creole

Keywords

solidarity hope agriculture haiti construction canal colonialism farming neo-colonialism diaspora infrastructure hydropower digging haitian community dominican haitian relations ayiti miami capability

Quick Facts

Release Date May 30, 2025
Status Released
Language HT
Website Visit Site

Cast

Berthude Albert
Berthude Albert

Self

Wideline Pierre
Wideline Pierre

Self

Milourie Sylfrard
Milourie Sylfrard

Self

Naismy Mary Fleurant
Naismy Mary Fleurant

Self

Theodore Johnson
Theodore Johnson

Self

Joseph Pressoir
Joseph Pressoir

Self

Etzer Emile
Etzer Emile

Self

Max Angie Clervil
Max Angie Clervil

Self

Key Crew

Samuel Dameus
Director
Samuel Dameus
Executive Producer